2000 Kia Sportage vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 113 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 463 kg more than 2000 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Sportage | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Sportage | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 239 HP |
Torque | 175 Nm | 382 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 90 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2920 mm |